What Resource Clarifies Physics Terms Like Kinetic Energy and Momentum?

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The discussion focuses on the need for clear definitions of various physics terms, such as kinetic energy, momentum, and force. A user expresses confusion over these concepts and seeks resources that delineate their differences. Recommendations include using a 'Dictionary of Physics' as a handy reference and exploring various online glossaries. Several specific websites are suggested for further clarification of physics terminology. Accessing these resources can enhance understanding of complex physics discussions.
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Does anybody have a list of all of the different physics definitions, such as Kinetic Energy vs. Velocity, vs. Momentum, vs. Speed or Work vs. Force etc. etc. I tend to get the definitions confused so if there is anybody who has a site or paper which points out the differences between the different sets clearly I would greatly appreciate it.
 
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I use a 'Dictionary of Physics' for remembering things like this. A very handy small reference book that I use a lot.

It is at work, so I can't give you more details, but if you can get something similar you will find it very useful.
(I use it to try and work out what many of the posts on this forum are going on about! )
 
There are a lot of physics glossaries on the web:

http://cougar.slvhs.slv.k12.ca.us/~pboomer/physicstextbook/physglossary.html

http://zebu.uoregon.edu/~js/glossary/glossary.html

http://www.lhup.edu/~dsimanek/glossary.htm

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